CVE-2026-62768: Windows Installer Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Stack-based buffer overflow in Windows Installer allows an authorized attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Other sources
Windows Installer Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
— Microsoft
Affected Software
Remediation
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Fixed in 10.0.19044.7663Patch KB5120249 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26200.9168Fixed in 10.0.26100.9106Patch KB5120994 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.9168Fixed in 10.0.26100.9106Patch KB5120994 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.33296Fixed in 10.0.26100.33222Patch KB5120228 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.19045.7663Patch KB5120249 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.22631.7517Patch KB5120240 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.3.9600.23337Patch KB5120386 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 6.2.9200.26279Patch KB5120385 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.14393.9418Patch KB5120418 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.20348.5499Fixed in 10.0.20348.5440Patch KB5120229 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.26100.9168Fixed in 10.0.26000.9106Patch KB5120994 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.28000.2704Patch KB5121000 - Upgrade
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Fixed in 10.0.17763.9115Patch KB5120238
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-62768?
The severity of CVE-2026-62768 is classified as high with a score of 7.8.
How do I fix CVE-2026-62768?
To fix CVE-2026-62768, users should apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for their affected Windows platforms.
What systems are affected by CVE-2026-62768?
CVE-2026-62768 affects Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 11, and several editions of Windows Server including 2012, 2016, 2019, 2022, and 2025.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-62768?
CVE-2026-62768 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability that allows an attacker to elevate privileges locally.
Who can exploit CVE-2026-62768?
CVE-2026-62768 can be exploited by an authorized attacker with local access to the affected system.